Bonked one too many times?  04/08

   The desire for endurance, strength, power, lean body mass, speed and aerobic capacity have lead to the development of ergogenic aids. Defined as any external influence which can positively affect physical or mental performance, ergogenic aids are on the forefront of sports performance research....

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Fitness Pros Converge on Whistler  03/08

   The Can-Fit-Pro Whistler Personal Training, Sport Conditioning and Mind Body Conference and Trade Show April 18-20, 2008, hosted at Fairmont Chateau Whistler, promises to provide an energy-filled, educational weekend for the 400 expected attendees....

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Getting in shape for the ski season10/07

It is early September as I write this. I am a month into a “get this sad old body in shape for the ski season” program. If we’re lucky, most Northwest ski resorts will be open by Thanksgiving, or the day after. My fitness plans target an earlier day...

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Yoga: Not Just for Yogis Anymore 12/05

You stand on the edge, poised and ready, jaw set, sweat beading across your brow, concentrating as if your life depends on what comes next. Your muscles are tense, your toes grip the ground below – and then you hear a firm but gentle voice from behind: “Breathe.” Exhaling, your entire body relaxes as you bend your knees and float back.No, it’s not B.A.S.E. jumping. It’s yoga – the newest (and oldest) cross-training tool for the outdoor athlete.

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